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Composer's Assistant, Sound - Temp

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The Composer's Assistant will provide support for our Senior Music Staff to maintain and maximize their engagement in all music related tasks involved with our franchises.

You will be assisting with all aspects of music production, working with producers and composers to plan recording sessions and maintain the music pipeline to ensure that composers eyes/ears are on all materials. You will also be editing and prepping music assets and implementing them using custom tools as directed. You will also be responsible for managing and archiving all related music assets.

Superior organizational and communication skills are required, as well as the ability to create top drawer mock-ups and arrangements. Proficiency in music editing is a requisite. Solid orchestration skills are a plus, must be fluid in Sibelius and or Finale.

COVID-19 Hiring Update: We’ve transitioned to a work-from-home model and we’re continuing to interview and hire during this time. This role is expected to begin as a remote position. We understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore possible interim options.

Responsibilities:

• Create MIDI mock-ups based on composer’s specification.
• Assist composers and contractors in all forms of score preparation (e.g., notation, orchestration, etc.).
• Music editing.
• Manage and archive all music assets.
• Assisting composer with implementing music assets in the game using custom tools as directed.
• Managing composer’s computers, templates, software upgrades, instrument libraries, etc.
• Work with composer to troubleshoot music-related requests for games and editors.

Requirements:

• Certificate in music production or equal experience as a composer's assistant.
• Knowledge in multiple DAW's (e.g., ProTools, Logic, Reaper etc.).
• Ability to notate music in Sibelius or Finale.
• Experience in organizing recording sessions and working with musicians.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work on tight deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work within a team dynamic.
• Computer literate and familiar with MS Office products.
• Passion for video games.
• Imagination.

Pluses:

• Fluent in Blizzard games, and their lore.
• Experience in the video game industry.
• Experience working in level editors, or creating game mods.
• Knowledge in Adobe products (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, Bridge, etc.)

Job Status: Temporary

Blizzard Entertainment is a global company committed to growing our employees along with the business. We offer generous benefits and perks with an eye on providing true work / life balance. We’ve worked hard to foster an intensely collaborative and creative environment, a diverse and inclusive employee culture, and training and opportunity for professional growth. Our people are everything. Our core values are real, and our mission has never changed. We are dedicated to creating the most epic entertainment experiences…ever. Join us!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.